Are you stuck in the technical weeds of your niche, struggling to find a deeper connection with your audience? Many podcasters feel like they have to follow a rigid, data-heavy format to stay relevant, especially in technical industries like WordPress development or software engineering. In this episode of Podcasting Unlocked, Alesia Galati sits down with Bud Kraus, creator of the Seriously Bud? podcast. We discuss how to flip the script on traditional industry interviews by focusing on the "who" instead of the "how”, and how you can leverage human storytelling to build a community that truly cares. This week, episode 268 of Podcasting Unlocked is about keeping humanity in podcasting! Bud Kraus is a curious, energetic WordPress educator and content creator who blends technical depth with storytelling. He is always experimenting, always learning, and always bringing others along for the ride. In this episode of Podcasting Unlocked, Bud Kraus is sharing the importance of creating a podcast that aligns with your personal interests and actionable steps you can take right now to expand your network with people who share your values. Bud and I also chat about the following: Prioritize the Person Over the Process: Shift your interview strategy from "how the tech works" to the personal story of the creator. By focusing on the human journey—the failures, the motivations, and the wins—you create an emotional connection that technical specs simply can’t achieve.Build a "Fully Formed" Strategy: Learn the value of starting with a clear, singular vision for your show. When your podcast idea is fully formed before you hit record, your consistency and branding become much easier to maintain.The Power of the Friday 8 AM Rule: Bud shares his strict commitment to podcast consistency. Discover why picking a specific time and day for your release—and never missing it—is the fastest way to build listener trust and reliable habits in your audience.In-Person Interviews as a Differentiator: In a world of remote recordings, learn how in-person networking and interviews at industry events can provide a unique energy and quality that sets your show apart from the competition.Be sure to tune in to all the episodes to receive tons of practical tips on turning your podcast listeners into leads and to hear even more about the points outlined above. Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to post in your stories and tag me! And don’t forget to follow, rate and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Podcasting Unlocked at https://galatimedia.com/podcasting-unlocked/ CONNECT WITH BUD KRAUS:LinkedInFacebookSeriously, BUD? podcastWebsiteCONNECT WITH ALESIA GALATI:InstagramLinkedInWork with Galati Media! Work with Alesia 1:1LINKS MENTIONED:Ep 141: How To Improve Your Podcast’s Accessibility with Maxwell IveyFree Download: 15 Ways to Improve Your Podcast Proud member of the Feminist Podcasters Collective.